Short answer: the GoldenEar ForceField 30 for better sound quality, the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt for the lower price. The GoldenEar ForceField 3 ranks higher than the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt (#24 vs #46 of 73 subwoofers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the GoldenEar ForceField 30, is rated 3.4/5 at $599.99; the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt is rated 3.2/5 at $224.99, $375 cheaper.
The case for the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt: A low cost ported 8 inch subwoofer with a 200 watt amp, an easy entry point for a first subwoofer. Watch for: Very compact 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) size, limited 106.4 dB output, ported room interaction, and entry-level build.
Why pick the GoldenEar ForceField 3: A discontinued compact 8 inch subwoofer with a passive radiator that adds midbass support to a modest system. The catch: Without a published 20 Hz result, deep-bass capability is less certain than the midbass figure.
Buy the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt if price matters most. For better sound quality, the GoldenEar ForceField 30, the replacement for the discontinued GoldenEar ForceField 3, is rated higher but costs $599.99.
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A low cost ported 8 inch subwoofer with a 200 watt amp, an easy entry point for a first subwoofer.
A discontinued compact 8 inch subwoofer with a passive radiator that adds midbass support to a modest system.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt | GoldenEar ForceField 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $224.99 | $650 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #46 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) | #24 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | passive radiator |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 51.3 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 69.3 dB | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 91.8 dB | 98.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 98.3 dB | 108.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.8 dB | 109.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 110.7 dB | 112.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 111.8 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.4 dB | 110.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Dimensions | 15”H x 10.6”W x 12.8”D (381.0 x 269.2 x 325.1 mm) | 11.5”H x 11.4”W x 15.7”D (292.1 x 288.8 x 400.0 mm) |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) | 26 lbs (11.8 kg) |
| Cabinet Color | black | black |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth | Brent Butterworth |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) driver | 8” (203mm) driver |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5/3 |
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